With the change in educational dynamics in Pakistan, technical education has emerged as a new portfolio. A large number of people are turning to this way so they may enable themselves to cope with the practical issues of the daily world.
In simple words, technical education can be defined as an education that integrates academic and vocational instruction to provide direct job-related in all phases of the electrical or alarm contracting trade. As far as the situation of technical education in Pakistan is concerned, technical education has gained momentum in recent years.
In the present-day world, the countries ahead of others in science and technology provide enough technical instruction to their students while those who totally rely on academic portfolios remain behind. However, certain roadblocks in the way need to be addressed to harness the situation fully.
Increasing Potential of Technical AND Vocational Education in Pakistan
If we look into the potential of technical education in Pakistan, I have unearthed the puzzle and given the following arguments in favor of the importance of this education in Pakistan:
Technical Education is a Prerequisite for Meeting the Unique Challenges of Today
In the present day of keen competition and hard struggle, general education is found to be sadly insufficient to produce for a man his livelihood. Technical education is about teaching students and others some practical or mechanical art. It includes training in trade, commerce, carpentry, weaving, agriculture, medicine, and engineering. In this way, it helps in meeting the needs of the present-day world’s challenges. As it has been said,
“Man loves to wonder and that is the seed of science.“
Medical Importance
In the field of medicine, technical education is equally necessary. This is the reason that modern medical science uses a wide range of technical tools. To use these tools the operator must have knowledge about them.
Technical Education as a Way to Cushion the Low Literacy Rate
Moreover, technical education is needed to raise the literacy rate of the country. In a country, not every student is mentally able to study the standard combinations of arts, science, or business education. There are many students who wish to serve society in a different way. A famous saying goes by Frank Bell,
“The goal of education is understanding, and the goal of training is performance.“
Brightens The Chance of Earning
After the completion of this technical education course, the students are employed in different multinational companies.
A Panacea for Economic Problems of the Third World Countries
Technical education is convulsively a growing trend, particularly in third-world countries where labor is cheap and technology is being installed. Nowadays, technical education is also crucial in the Gulf States because nearly all the Gulf states have oil refineries in which heavy technology is used. The diaspora from the third world can get employment in the Gulf states if he has a valid diploma.
Technical Education as a way to Boom the Economic Portfolio
Technical education is the answer to the problems of our expanding economy. These workers make real and important contributions to the welfare of society. Technical education promotes material prosperity and economic advancement. Technical education can make a country rich, prosperous, and resourceful.
Technical Education Develops and Improves Indigenous Trade
In addition to that, technical education develops and improves indigenous trade.
A Way to Create a Diversified Citizenry
Technical education trains a person in one of the different practical and useful arts such as carpentry, weaving, dressmaking, pottery, agriculture, technology, town planning, arts and crafts, engineering, medicine, commerce, and many more.
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Different Types of Technical and Vocational Education
Now let’s discuss the different types of technical and vocational education in Pakistan:
E-Commerce
E-commerce is one of the major categories of technical education in Pakistan. Diplomas are provided related to freelancing, data entry, and SEO to boost e-commerce in this country.
Trade
Another major segment of technical education in Pakistan is training in trade. Different diplomas are offered to boost the trade sector of Pakistan.
Agriculture
Technical education has impacted the portfolio of agriculture as well. Nowadays. Different types of machinery are employed in the agricultural sector to maximize the potential. As Pakistan is an agricultural country, more than half of its population is employed in this sector. So there is a dire need to technically equip these persons.
Electronics and Engineering
Different institutions are offering diplomas in electronics and engineering portfolios. After these diplomas, you will be able to get employment in any of the engineering and electronic industries.
Medicine
Medicine and pharmacy are the notable diplomas of technical education in Pakistan. With the medical revolution in Pakistan, learning about different operating machines has assumed importance.
Current Hiccups in the Propagation of Technical Education
In order to treat an ailment, we may have to talk about the causes which may have exacerbated the issue:
Lack of Industry-Institute Linkage
A report published has pointed out that most of the students who get diplomas from technical educational institutes find themselves unable to meet the challenges of the industry. So they find themselves unable to get any viable job.
Low Enrollments
Additionally, low enrollments are also affecting the progression of technical education in Pakistan. There is a lack of awareness in the general masses regarding the role of these institutions.
Shortage of Well-Trained and Qualified Staff
In the same way, the technical institutions of Pakistan lack well-trained and qualified staff. There is a lack of human resources with respect to these institutes.
Out-Dated Curricula
The curriculum that is being taught in these institutions is mostly outdated and not according to the practical realities of industries. Thus most diploma holders find themselves unable to cope with the daily problems of their fields.
Lack Of Budget
Last but not least, a lack of budget and infrastructure is another roadblock in the way of technical education in Pakistan.
Plugging Out the Loopholes In the System of Technical Education
It is the right time to tackle this issue once and for all as it has capped the climax. Following are the suggestions to address the problems:
Provision of Sufficient Resources
First, the government should provide sufficient resources and budget allocation at least to meet the infrastructural needs of the technical institutions.
Propagation of Awareness Among the Masses Regarding its Potential
Secondly, propagation should be spread among the masses regarding the potential and importance of technical education in Pakistan.
Provision as well as Training of Teachers
Thirdly, teachers and instructors should be provided with modern instruction and skills in order to inculcate a sense of professionalism in them.
Building a Linkage Between Industry and Institutions
Last but not least, a nexus should be built between industries and institutions. In this way, students will find themselves as per the international or overseas market requirements.
Wrapping Up
To sum up, we may deduct the reasoning that technical education has the potential to uplift the economy of Pakistan by producing skilled and modern labor. However, there are certain loopholes in the system that need to be plugged out to fully harness this portfolio.
One may hope that the economy of Pakistan will be able to stand all the present odds by dint of technical education. But it’s easier said than done.